Supply Chain Availability Specialist

The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership

With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.

At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now!

Supply Chain Availability Specialist

Location: Remote

Base Salary Rate: $101,000.00 - $110,000.00

Job type: Full-time

About This Role

The Supply Chain Availability Specialist ensures consistent product availability for Edwards & Kidde Commercial UL by monitoring supply, managing inventory health, and coordinating with suppliers and internal teams. The role supports customer service goals and operational performance globally. Ensuring material availability to support top line growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor product availability and identify supply risks or shortages
• Partner with Procurement, Planning, and Manufacturing to resolve supplier and production constraints
• Maintain accurate supply parameters (lead times, safety stock, replenishment settings)
• Support customer service escalations and communicate expected recovery timelines
• Drive root‑cause analysis and support corrective actions
• Supply Chain Exception Lead
• Define risks to supply and revenue associated with sustaining engineering projects
• Define risks to supply and revenue associated with supplier constraints
  

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 5 years of experience in supply chain, inventory planning, or logistics
• OR
• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2 years of experience in supply chain, inventory planning, or logistics
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics or Operations Management
• Experience managing product availability, in-stock rates, or service levels across distribution networks
• Familiarity with inventory planning, replenishment, and safety stock strategies
• Experience with ERP or planning systems like SAP, Oracle ERP, or similar
• Proven ability to identify root causes of stockouts or overstock situations and drive corrective actions
• Experience monitoring and improving KPIs such as fill rate, forecast accuracy, and inventory turns
• Ability to manage multiple SKUs or categories in a fast-paced environment
• Experience partnering with demand planning, logistics, and suppliers
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders
• Comfortable influencing decisions without direct authority
• Experience optimizing supply chain processes or workflows
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma
• Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills
• Proactive and self-initiating work style
• Adaptable analytical skill set
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and across organizational boundaries to reach consensus
• Work experience in procurement or strategic sourcing related job highly preferred
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

Individuals may be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays), 401(k) with employer match, EAP assistance, and more.

World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety

Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.

Kidde Global Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.